Is masturbation healthy?

"Is masturbation healthy?"

Lainey, 14, Campbellsville, KY

Lots of people have heard all sorts of stuff about masturbation. Some worry that masturbation may cause health problems — but that's not true.

Masturbating is perfectly normal. It's a way for people to explore their own bodies and learn exactly what feels good to them. As long as it's not excessive to the point of taking over your life and you aren't doing it because you feel like you have to, there is nothing unhealthy about masturbation.